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How to get a Netherlands visa from Egypt

Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for Egyptian passport holders travelling to Netherlands.

Visa types & fees

3 visa options for travelling to Netherlands.

Business visa

Processing time15 working days
Validity90 days

Tourist visa

Processing time15 working days
Validity90 days

Transit visa

Processing time15 working days
Validity24 hours

Application requirements

Documents Egyptian applicants need to provide.

  • Passport with a validity of more than 6 months from the intended period of exiting the country. The passport should have at least two blank pages for the necessary stamp.
  • Duly completed visa application form signed by the applicant.
  • Two recent passport-sized photographs with a white background. The photo should follow the specification for a visa application.
  • Original copy of bank statement from the past three months prior to the period of visa application. This is proof of a steady and continuous flow of funds.
  • Travel insurance which has sufficient medical coverage. The insurance should be valid for the duration of your stay in the country.
  • Proof of civil status.
  • Proof of accommodation for the period you will be staying in the country.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Travel itinerary.

Visa type details

Tourist visa

  • This visa is issued to foreigners with the intention of visiting the Netherlands for sightseeing, recreation, and relaxation purposes.
  • Foreigners who have been invited to the Netherlands by their friends and relatives can apply for this visa.
  • If you have been invited to the Netherlands by your friends and relatives, a letter of invitation from the host should be provided. The letter should state the relationship between the applicant and the host. Valid contact details of the host should be stated in the letter.
  • Applicants of the visa are free to attend festivals and events that are of interest to them.
  • A letter from the applicant’s employer is required if the applicant is employed. The letter should state the job position of the applicant and the duration of the applicant’s visit to the Netherlands.
  • If you are under the age of 18 years, the original copy of your birth certificate should be provided along with a notarized consent signed by both parents of the minor.
  • Foreigners in the Netherlands are not allowed to take up paid or unpaid employment or study.
  • Proof of the incentive of returning to your country at the expiry of this visa is required.
  • You are expected to abide by the rules of this visa.

Business visa

  • The Business Visa is issued to foreigners who have the intention of engaging in business activities while they are in the Netherlands.
  • Businessmen and businesswomen can attend seminars, trade fairs, and conferences relating to their profession during their time in the country.
  • During business meetings between the applicant and his/her business partners, negotiation and signing of business contracts can be done.
  • An official invitation letter from the Netherlands company you will be visiting and their detailed address accompanied with the dates of your visit is required.
  • A certificate from the applicant’s employer confirming awareness and awareness of business trip is required. The letter should introduce the applicant and state the nature and duration of the business leave.
  • Memorandum and Article of Association in original certified copy, Trade License, and Proprietorship/Partnership documents of the company should be provided.
  • If the expenses of the applicant’s stay in the Netherlands is to be taken up by the host or inviting company, it should be stated in the business letter.
  • Applicants of this visa are not permitted to be paid for the services they render while they are in the country.
  • If you are under the age of 18 years, the original copy of your birth certificate should be provided.

Transit visa

  • The Transit Visa is issued to foreigners who have the intention of transiting through the Netherlands to their destination country.
  • Foreigners transiting through the Netherlands to their destination country should be in possession of the flight ticket to their destination country during the visa application process.
  • A valid visa and other entry permits for the final country you are traveling to is required.
  • This visa does not allow foreigners to work or enroll in any of the academic institutions in the country.
  • If you are traveling with a minor, the original copy of the child’s birth certificate should be provided.
  • Receipt of paid visa application fee is required.
  • You are expected to leave the Netherlands on or before this visa expires.
  • Foreigners are expected to abide by the rules guiding this visa.

Where to apply

Netherlands embassy & visa application centers in Egypt.

Cairo

AddressLaurens WesthoffAddress18, Hassan Sabri Street 11211 Zamalek Cairo
Phone+2 (02) 2739 5500
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Frequently asked questions

What is the traditional Dutch food

The most famous Dutch food is the Hollandse Nieuwe.

What is Amsterdam famous for

Amsterdam is famous for its canals, beautiful houses, and coffee shops.

What do they drink in the Netherlands

The local spirit jenever, normally taken straight and chilled as a chaser with a glass of beer. It is sometimes drunk with mixers.

Can you drink in public in Amsterdam

Drinking in public in Amsterdam is illegal and attracts a fine of €90.

Is it easy to get a Netherlands visa

Yes, it is relatively easy to get a Netherlands visa.
Netherlands embassy in Egypt All Egypt visa requirements
Visa fees and rules change often. Confirm the latest Netherlands visa requirements with an official embassy or consulate before booking travel.